Tree trimming is an ongoing activity as the City's street tree population matures. The Chesterfield, MO Street Maintenance Division of the Department of Planning and Public Works systematically trims trees along City streets to provide adequate clearance for vehicles and pedestrians. Trimming is also necessary to maintain the health of the trees. Please note that the City's responsibility is limited to those trees located within a public right of way. Trees located on private property are the responsibility of the property owner.
Trees are trimmed on a 5 year cycle and are also trimmed ahead of scheduled street reconstruction projects, and in response to storm damage. The trees are cut back to provide 12 feet of clearance over streets, and 10 feet of clearance over sidewalks.
Prior to initiating tree trimming operations in an area, the City of Chesterfield Street Maintenance Division distributes notices to all adjacent property owners. Residents who want to trim the street trees in front of their homes themselves are asked to contact the Street Maintenance Division at 636-537-4000. It is important to note that all street trees must be trimmed to the City's specifications.
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